Wearing a Suit and a Tie

[Michael Phelps]

Originally Posted by Bro. Robbins

I suppose I'm just more old school on how people dress out in public than others in my age group.... I expect my doctor when I go to see him to be in a tie and dress shirt and slacks... I'd have less respect for him if he didn't look professional.

If I go to see an attorney, I expect him to be dressed in tie and jacket.

If I went to court, I'd expect the judge to be dressed professionally.

Even the A/C/Heating guys that I use, I use them because all their guys look so professional, and clean cut, and he won't even hire anyone that has any visible body piercings or tattoos.

yes, I am a dinosaur, but I just think we've become WAAAAYYYY too relaxed and casual in our society.

I hear what you're saying, but all I can see when I read this is that you put a HUGE amount of emphasis on the outward appearance. Which, is probably why you're a good Apostolic! And, I mean that sincerely, not poking fun.

[Sherri]

Our church is very casual. No one really worries about what anyone else wears, as long as it's modest. Sometimes I dress up; sometimes I'm in jeans. Tonight I will wear what I've worn all day, since I won't have time to change. Who cares?

[AreYouReady?]

1 My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons.
2 For if there come unto your assembly a man with a gold ring, in goodly apparel, and there come in also a poor man in vile raiment;
3 And ye have respect to him that weareth the gay clothing, and say unto him, Sit thou here in a good place; and say to the poor, Stand thou there, or sit here under my footstool:
4 Are ye not then partial in yourselves, and are become judges of evil thoughts?
5 Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him?
6 But ye have despised the poor. Do not rich men oppress you, and draw you before the judgment seats?
7 Do not they blaspheme that worthy name by the which ye are called?
8 If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, ye do well;

James 2:1-8

[Dordrecht]

Sherri, I can see your arm on that photo!

[AreYouReady?]

Originally Posted by Sherri

Our church is very casual. No one really worries about what anyone else wears, as long as it's modest. Sometimes I dress up; sometimes I'm in jeans. Tonight I will wear what I've worn all day, since I won't have time to change. Who cares?

[Aquila]

Originally Posted by AreYouReady?

1 My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons.
2 For if there come unto your assembly a man with a gold ring, in goodly apparel, and there come in also a poor man in vile raiment;
3 And ye have respect to him that weareth the gay clothing, and say unto him, Sit thou here in a good place; and say to the poor, Stand thou there, or sit here under my footstool:
4 Are ye not then partial in yourselves, and are become judges of evil thoughts?
5 Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him?
6 But ye have despised the poor. Do not rich men oppress you, and draw you before the judgment seats?
7 Do not they blaspheme that worthy name by the which ye are called?
8 If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, ye do well;

James 2:1-8

[Bro. Robbins]

Originally Posted by Michael Phelps

I hear what you're saying, but all I can see when I read this is that you put a HUGE amount of emphasis on the outward appearance. Which, is probably why you're a good Apostolic! And, I mean that sincerely, not poking fun.

Absolutely... first impressions you know. And so does everywhere I've ever worked. I've worked in Healthcare my whole life, very strict dress codes, and it's all about impressions. I am fully aware that the outward isn't a total lithmus test of the quality, skill, ability or anything else internal of that person, but I do believe what's on the inside of that person, their mindset, their attitude toward me, and others, and society will show at least to some degree in their outward appearance.

FYI, I also feel that way about how a person keeps their house, yard and if they have a messy desk/work area at work. In management, I've always had more confidence, and trust in my employees that showed strong organization, administration, and had neat work areas when I needed someone I could trust with a big job.

When I'm trusting someone with my money, my work, my time, my needs, my health, or feeding my soul... I want them to look like someone that can handle it.

[Bro. Robbins]

Originally Posted by AreYouReady?

1 My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons.
2 For if there come unto your assembly a man with a gold ring, in goodly apparel, and there come in also a poor man in vile raiment;
3 And ye have respect to him that weareth the gay clothing, and say unto him, Sit thou here in a good place; and say to the poor, Stand thou there, or sit here under my footstool:
4 Are ye not then partial in yourselves, and are become judges of evil thoughts?
5 Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him?
6 But ye have despised the poor. Do not rich men oppress you, and draw you before the judgment seats?
7 Do not they blaspheme that worthy name by the which ye are called?
8 If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, ye do well;

James 2:1-8

Really doesn't apply to the topic... I don't think anyone condoned in the thread treating, or loving someone differently because how they are dressed for church... or did I miss that?

[Michael Phelps]

Originally Posted by AreYouReady?

1 My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons.
2 For if there come unto your assembly a man with a gold ring, in goodly apparel, and there come in also a poor man in vile raiment;
3 And ye have respect to him that weareth the gay clothing, and say unto him, Sit thou here in a good place; and say to the poor, Stand thou there, or sit here under my footstool:
4 Are ye not then partial in yourselves, and are become judges of evil thoughts?
5 Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him?
6 But ye have despised the poor. Do not rich men oppress you, and draw you before the judgment seats?
7 Do not they blaspheme that worthy name by the which ye are called?
8 If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, ye do well;

James 2:1-8

Great reference.....here's another one:

John 7:24
Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment. ~Jesus

[rgcraig]

If I had to have brain surgery - my brain surgeon can wear only his boxes under his scrubs and long as he's smart, comfortable and knows what he's doing.